Altimetry Display Study. Part 1. Summary Report.
Abstract
Within aviation today, several different altimeter displays are used; opinion as to their readability varies; and, some aircraft accidents have been attributed to altitude errors. In an effort to specifically assess this situation so that any required actions could be initiated, a four-part altimetry study was made, including: Part Two - An accident analysis by Flight Safety Foundation, to determine whether altimetry is a frequent causal factor; Part Three - A review of altimetry R and D by NAFEC, to establish the superiority of certain displays; and Part Four - A survey of the current display population and an estimation of improvement costs by MITRE, to determine the impact of a mandated change. Part One presents the overall altimetry study conclusions and recommendations as drawn from the results of the other three study parts taken together. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 01, 1972
- Accession Number
- AD0750829
Entities
People
- T. R. Mitchell.
Organizations
- MITRE Corporation